A group of young people flee to the countryside from plague-ridden Florence and pass the time in their retreat by telling tales of romance. This selection from Boccaccio's landmark of medieval literature features 25 stories from the original 100, all teeming with colorful characters and worldly wisdom. J. M. Rigg translation.
Robert Blaisdell Book order (chronological)
Bob Blaisdell is a celebrated adapter, author, editor, and illustrator of children's and young adult books. His work, often focused on classic literature and making it accessible to younger readers, is characterized by a playful approach and an ability to draw readers into the narrative. Blaisdell's adaptations and original works are valued for their creativity and sensitive handling of themes, establishing him as a significant figure in contemporary children's and young adult literature. His writing appeals to readers of all ages.
H.G. Wells' original masterpiece now includes a newly established text, a full biographical essay on the author, a list of further reading, and detailed notes. Famous for the mistaken panic that ensued from Orson Welles' 1938 radio dramatization, "The War of the Worlds" remains one of the most influential of all science fiction works.
Retells the stories of the Golden Fleece, the Trojan War, Hercules, and other Greek myths.